Shakespeare on Film

October 11, 2013

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THE MERCHANT OF VENICE: With Joseph Fiennes as Bassanio and Al Pacino, at his best, as Shylock. Brilliant 2004 film that leaves the audience with a sense of unease, as though something has gone wrong in this world, though the main characters on screen seem happy -- which is exactly how you're supposed to feel. GREAT.

18of30

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE: With Joseph Fiennes as Bassanio and Al Pacino, at his best, as Shylock. Brilliant 2004 film that leaves the audience with a sense of unease, as though something has gone wrong in this world, though the main characters on screen seem happy -- which is exactly how you're supposed to feel. GREAT.